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Research Courses

Research courses can help you learn data collection techniques, statistical analysis, literature review methods, and experimental design. You can build skills in critical thinking, hypothesis testing, and effective communication of findings. Many courses introduce tools like SPSS, R, and Python for data analysis, as well as reference management software such as EndNote or Zotero, which support the organization and presentation of research projects.


Popular Research Courses and Certifications


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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Security and Ethical Hacking

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Penetration Testing, Network Security, Exploitation techniques, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Cyber Security Assessment, Unix, Computer Security, Network Monitoring, Application Security, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Cryptographic Protocols, Network Protocols, Cryptography, Security Awareness, Generative AI Agents, Server Side, Web Applications, Machine Learning Algorithms

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Our Share: Employee Ownership as a Wealth Sharing Tool

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Engagement, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Social Justice, Compensation Strategy, Case Studies, Compensation and Benefits, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Economic Development, Collaboration, Entrepreneurship, Governance, Business Modeling, Leadership and Management, Business Transformation, Succession Planning, Research, Business Development

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    Institute for the Future

    Life After COVID-19: Get Ready for our Post-Pandemic Future

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Leadership, Visionary, Crisis Management, Forecasting, Business Continuity Planning, Resilience, Risk Analysis, Adaptability, Systems Thinking, Social Impact, Strategic Thinking, Innovation, Change Management, Trend Analysis, Social Justice

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Advanced Neural Network Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Autoencoders, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Reinforcement Learning, Generative AI, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Ethics, Markov Model

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Introduction to Healthcare Finance

    Skills you'll gain: Mergers & Acquisitions, Strategic Decision-Making, Financial Analysis, Return On Investment, Business Valuation, Cost Benefit Analysis, Financial Modeling, Finance, Pharmaceuticals, Investment Banking, Negotiation, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Corporate Finance, Health Care, Cash Flows

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Vanderbilt University

    From Data To Decision With AI

    Skills you'll gain: Data Presentation, Regression Analysis, Generative AI, Statistical Methods, Data Literacy, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Reporting, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Correlation Analysis, Technical Communication, Data Visualization, Probability & Statistics, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Scatter Plots, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Predictive Analytics, Data Storytelling, Box Plots

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Computational Thinking for K-12 Educators: Sequences and Loops

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, Programming Principles, Debugging, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Brainstorming

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Advanced UX Strategies for Product Managers

    Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, Data Storytelling, Design Strategies, User Centered Design, Usability Testing, Product Improvement, Customer experience strategy (CX), User Research, Design Research, Figma (Design Software), User Feedback, Wireframing, Storytelling, Prioritization

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

    Designing User Interfaces and User Interactions

    Skills you'll gain: User Experience, Information Architecture, User Experience Design, Interaction Design, User Flows, Persona (User Experience), Usability, User Centered Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Wireframing, User Research, Conceptual Design, Persona Development, Mockups, Ideation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Documentation and Usability for Cancer Informatics

    Skills you'll gain: Usability, User Experience Design, User Centered Design, Usability Testing, Technical Documentation, Bioinformatics, End User Training and Support, Clinical Informatics, Technical Writing, Product Development, Writing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Responsible Reporting on Suicide for Journalists

    Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Education, Public Health, Media and Communications, Interviewing Skills, Mental Health, Cultural Sensitivity, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Tobacco & Nicotine: Public Health, Science, Policy, and Law

    Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Substance Abuse, Lawsuits, Litigation and Civil Justice, Epidemiology, Health Disparities, Regulatory Compliance, Policy Analysis, Public Health, Policy Development, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Trend Analysis, Advocacy, Surveys

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular research courses

  • Security and Ethical Hacking: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Our Share: Employee Ownership as a Wealth Sharing Tool: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Life After COVID-19: Get Ready for our Post-Pandemic Future: Institute for the Future
  • Advanced Neural Network Techniques: Johns Hopkins University
  • Introduction to Healthcare Finance: University of Michigan
  • From Data To Decision With AI: Vanderbilt University
  • Computational Thinking for K-12 Educators: Sequences and Loops: University of California San Diego
  • Advanced UX Strategies for Product Managers: Coursera
  • Designing User Interfaces and User Interactions: Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati
  • Documentation and Usability for Cancer Informatics: Johns Hopkins University

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